Water utilities back EPA move to revise PFAS drinking water requirements
(UI) - The American Water Works Association and Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies are supporting newly proposed EPA changes tied to PFAS drinking water regulations, citing the need for additional time to plan and implement treatment infrastructure upgrades.
The proposal would extend compliance deadlines for portions of the federal PFAS drinking water rule while also revisiting regulatory determinations tied to several PFAS compounds. Water utility groups said utilities across the country are already working to address PFAS contamination, but implementation requires extensive engineering, planning and investment.
In a joint statement, AWWA and AMWA emphasized that utilities need time to evaluate treatment options, secure funding and complete infrastructure improvements tailored to local conditions. The organizations also stressed the importance of maintaining a science-based regulatory framework under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
PFAS compliance remains a major issue for drinking water utilities nationwide as operators evaluate treatment technologies, capital costs and long-term regulatory requirements.
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